Installation; Hardware Installation; Connecting To The Isy From A Local Pc - Universal Devices ISY-994i User Manual

4 Installation

Installation of the ISY is completed in several easy steps. The following instructions
assume that you are installing the ISY on a DHCP-enabled network (true in the vast
majority of cases) and are using a Windows-based PC to connect to the ISY.

4.1 Hardware Installation

Installation of the ISY hardware is completed in three easy steps:
1. Connect your ISY into your home network. Plug one end of an included Ethernet cable
into the ISY Network jack. Plug the other end of the cable into your router or network
switch/hub.
2. Connect your ISY with the INSTEON PLM. Plug one end of an included Ethernet cable
into ISY Port A. Plug the other end of the cable into your PLM.
3. Apply power to the PLM and ISY by plugging it into a standard power outlet. Do not
plug the PLM into a UPS or surge protector of any kind. If possible, avoid plugging the
PLM into an outlet on the same circuit as other electronic devices to ensure optimal
communications with your INSTEON devices. For information on troubleshooting
INSTEON communication issues, and tips on creating a reliable INSTEON network, see
23.7.1 Cannot determine Insteon Engine
Once power is supplied to your ISY, it automatically boots up. The RX, TX, and Memory
LEDs may flash briefly, and the POWER LED should be on steady. The two small green
LEDs on the ISY's Network Jack should be on (indicating a good network connection) and
may flash (indicating network activity).
for further details on the front panel.

4.2 Connecting to the ISY from a Local PC

There are several requirements for connecting to your ISY from a PC on your network:
• Web Browser: Please ensure your PC is running a Java-enabled web browser, such as
Internet Explorer or FireFox.
•
Java: Please ensure that the latest edition of Java is installed on your computer. The
latest Java downloads may be found at:
As shipped from the factory, the ISY is configured to obtain an IP address via DHCP. There
are a few easy ways to connect to your ISY and find its local URL:
http://www.java.com/getjava
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